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Roast veal rump with glazed baby vegetables

Roast veal rump with glazed baby vegetables is a bistro style dish for 6 people, with 45 minutes of active work out of 110 minutes total. The carrots, turnips and pearl onions glaze in the morning and reheat just before serving, while the veal roasts in a Dutch oven. Medium difficulty, about €7.50 per person, success depends on cooking the vegetables separately and finishing the jus with butter.

A veal rump roasted in a Dutch oven, with glazed carrots, turnips and onions like your grandmother made, just a bit dressed up.

Roast veal rump with glazed baby vegetables
For
6 people
Work
45 min
Total time
1 h 50
Prep
Prepared the same day
Difficulty
Medium
Cost per person
€7.50
Calories per person
560 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach

Veal rump roasted in a Dutch oven stays pink and tender under a golden crust, carried by a short jus finished with butter that makes all the difference. The glazed baby vegetables, carrots, turnips and pearl onions, bring that sweet, shiny quality that feels homey, but with a more polished presentation. It's a dish that stands on its own, without a heavy sauce or complicated sides.

This is the kind of recipe you serve for a slightly dressed up dinner with friends or a Sunday family meal, in spring when new vegetables arrive or in fall with firmer turnips. A light soup to start and a fruit dessert to finish are enough to build the rest of the menu. Kids tend to like the sweetness of the glazed vegetables and the tenderness of the meat too.

The schedule

What happens when, so you can be with your guests instead of in the kitchen.

  1. The day before Nothing to do
  2. The same day 2 steps, 30 min
  3. Before the guests arrive 2 steps, 1 h
  4. When it's time to serve 1 step

In the morning, peel and glaze the vegetables, they reheat very well later on. Just before guests arrive, sear the veal, roast it, and make the jus while the meat rests. At serving time, reheat the vegetables in a skillet, slice the veal and plate everything right away so it stays hot.

The ingredients

6 people

Butcher

  • Veal rump 1.4 kg

Fruits and vegetables

  • Baby carrots with tops 2 bunch
  • Turnips 6
  • Pearl onions 300 g
  • Fresh thyme 5 sprigs

Dairy

  • Butter 80 g

Pantry

  • Sugaroften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Veal stock 30 cl
  • Oiloften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Lactose

The recipe, moment by moment

The same dayDuring the day, whenever you get a moment.

  1. Peel the vegetables, keep them whole or cut them in half, then cook them covered with a little water, the butter, the sugar and a pinch of salt. 25 min

    Cook them separately, turnips cook faster than carrots, so none of them turn mushy.

  2. Uncover the vegetables near the end of cooking and stir them so they take on a shiny golden color, then set aside. 5 min

    The glaze is ready when the syrup coats the back of a spoon.

Before the guests arriveThe last hour, right before the doorbell rings.

  1. Sear the veal rump in a Dutch oven with the oil on all sides, add the thyme and roast at 180°C. 50 min

    Tie the veal rump with kitchen string if your butcher hasn't, it keeps its shape and cooks evenly.

  2. Remove the veal, deglaze the pot with the veal stock, reduce slightly and finish the jus with a knob of butter. 10 min

    Off the heat, whisk in the cold butter, the jus turns smooth and glossy.

When it's time to serveThe final touches, right in front of your guests.

  1. Reheat the vegetables in a skillet with a spoonful of jus, slice the veal and plate everything.

    Slice against the grain, the meat looks even more tender.

Our tips to get it right

  • Take the veal rump out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before searing it, the meat cooks more evenly at room temperature.
  • Check doneness with a probe or by piercing the center, the rump is perfect between 55 and 58 degrees at the core to stay pink.
  • Let the meat rest 10 minutes under foil before slicing, the juices stay inside instead of pooling on the plate.

The variations

  • Swap the rump for a classic veal roast or a veal round, the cooking time stays similar, just adjust for the weight.
  • For a vegetarian version, keep only the glazed vegetables and serve them over creamy polenta or risotto, replace the jus with a reduced vegetable stock.
  • To move faster with impatient kids, cut the vegetables into smaller pieces and shorten their cooking time by a few minutes, they'll still glaze nicely.

What to serve it with

  • A seasonal vegetable soup to start
  • Homemade mashed potatoes
  • A light red wine or grape juice

Storage

Leftover meat and vegetables keep for 2 days in the fridge in a sealed container, ideally stored separately. Reheat the sliced meat gently with a bit of jus to keep it from drying out, and freezing isn't recommended since it affects the veal's texture.

Questions about this recipe

Can I use a different cut of veal instead of the rump?

Yes, a classic veal roast or veal round works well, just adjust the cooking time based on the exact weight of the cut. The rump is prized for holding its shape in slices and staying tender.

How do I know when the vegetables are properly glazed?

The syrup formed by the butter and sugar should coat the back of a spoon, and the vegetables should look slightly shiny on the surface. Uncover them near the end of cooking and stir well so they color evenly.

Is this dish good for kids?

Yes, the meat is tender and lightly seasoned, and the glazed vegetables have a sweetness kids usually enjoy. Just cut the vegetables a bit smaller if needed.

How do I plate this nicely for guests?

Slice the veal into even pieces about a centimeter thick, arrange the glazed vegetables around them for color variety, and spoon a little jus over everything just before serving. A sprig of fresh thyme on top finishes the plate with no extra effort.

Can a roast veal rump with glazed baby vegetables be made ahead?

Yes, during the day. The recipe needs 45 min of work in total, split up like this, the same day, 2 steps, before the guests arrive, 2 steps, when it's time to serve, 1 step.

How long does it take to make a roast veal rump with glazed baby vegetables?

Allow 1 h 50 in total, including resting and cooking time, of which 45 min is actual work. The recipe is rated "medium".

How many calories are in a roast veal rump with glazed baby vegetables?

About 560 kcal per person, for a recipe meant for 6 people. The calories are calculated by Kiloach, your kilo coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a roast veal rump with glazed baby vegetables cost?

About €7.50 per person, that's €45.00 for 6 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains lactose. Remember to ask your guests about their allergies before putting your menu together.

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